thats worst case scenario in terms of our forward lineup. lets say parise were to leave, we could resign Ponikarovsky and maybe snatch Parenteau or the dreaded Semin. then tedenby could jump in somewhere.

Harrold is a really good value for what he brings. I'm glad NJ signed him.

He's the player among those 4 (with Carter) I thought the Devils were best off keeping. I think his agent should have let him hit July 1. There must have been GMs' eyes on him during the playoffs. Dmen who can play the PP/handle the puck are coveted, I think a team could have offered a top 6 NHL job with the cash that comes with it. A bottom pairing Dman who plays the PP is a valuable piece. Makes more sense than overpaying Dennis Wideman.